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East Portal Trailhead
Sat–Sun, Jul 19–20, 2025

Backpack – East Portal TH - Heart Lake

A moderate 8-mile out-and-back takes you to Rogers Pass Lake in the James Peak Wilderness, in the shadow of the Continental Divide. If the group wishes, weather permitting on the second day of the trip we can do a day hike to the summit of James Peak (13,271 ft.)

James Peak Wilderness Area
Sat, Jul 19, 2025

Mountaineering – James Peak Wilderness Area - Mt. Bancroft via Loch Lomond

A technical alpine climb of the East Ridge of 13,250 ft Mount Bancroft starting from the Loch Lomond trailhead. Will include a rappel, a belayed pitch of 5.2 rock, and much Class 3 and 4 scrambling.

Grand Mesa
Sat, Jul 19, 2025

Hiking – Grand Mesa - Mesa Top

It's an out and back hike with no more than 9 miles total and less than 400 feet elevation gain. We will hike as far as the group wants to go.

Hiking – Wetterhorn and Uncompahgre Peaks - Uncompahgre S. Ridge
Sat, Jul 19, 2025

Hiking – Wetterhorn and Uncompahgre Peaks - Uncompahgre S. Ridge

Hike Uncompahgre Peak via South Ridge. Will start at the Nellie creek trailhead.

Conservation – Guanella Pass
Sat, Jul 19, 2025

Conservation – Guanella Pass

Square Top Lakes Trail Maintenance, Day 2

Updates from the Blog

(NEW!) Historical Highlight - FIRST CMC TRIP May 2025

(NEW!) Historical Highlight - FIRST CMC TRIP May 2025

CMC has a long history in mountaineering, education and advocacy which is focused in Colorado's Rocky Mountains but extends around the world. Each month we'll highlight a different moment in history to share with our members.
SUMMITS INSTEAD OF SCROLLING: WHY COLORADO MOUNTAIN CLUB IS YOUR ANTIDOTE TO MODERN LIFE

SUMMITS INSTEAD OF SCROLLING: WHY COLORADO MOUNTAIN CLUB IS YOUR ANTIDOTE TO MODERN LIFE

How research-backed outdoor social connection combats isolation, stress, and the wellness crisis facing Americans today
The New Climbing Wall is Open for Climbing!

The New Climbing Wall is Open for Climbing!